Partnership Marketing Manager
Kensington, London
We're looking for a partnership marketing manager to lead international media and association partnerships for one of our client's flagship international events, which moves location globally each year.
You’ll be responsible for driving event growth and brand awareness through strategic media and association partnerships — managing existing relationships, negotiating new ones, and ensuring partners receive maximum value in return for their support.
What you’ll be doing
- Plan and negotiate marketing partnerships with media outlets and associations, often through barter or reduced‑cost agreements, to boost event awareness
- Build relationships with international, national and trade media, researching and targeting the right partners for our audience
- Develop new partnership marketing initiatives and craft compelling value propositions
- Work closely with design, marketing, content and sales teams to deliver on‑brand partnership materials and campaigns across social, print, web, digital and email
- Track and report on partnership performance, producing regular and annual reports to shape future partnership strategy
- Manage sponsorship fulfilment, ensuring contracted marketing and branding deliverables are executed accurately and on time
- Negotiate contracts, resolve conflicts, and manage the full partner relationship lifecycle
- Maintain accurate partnership records in Salesforce, in line with company process
What we’re looking for
- 2‑3 years’ experience in partnership marketing, ideally within events or media
- A confident communicator who is comfortable picking up the phone to build relationships or cold‑call prospective partners
- Strong contract negotiation skills, with a focus on win‑win outcomes
- A fast learner keen to develop multi‑channel marketing campaign skills
- A natural networker, socially savvy and confident building relationships beyond traditional channels
- Experience with CRM/database systems (e.g. Salesforce), analytics tools, or platforms such as Monday.com is a bonus, not essential
- Prior experience in the events industry is desirable but not required
This is a great opportunity for a proactive, relationship‑driven marketer who enjoys the mix of strategic partnership building and hands‑on campaign delivery, working with a well‑established portfolio of international events.
Partnership Marketing Manager employer: MANU FORTI
MANU FORTI is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture in the heart of London, offering unique opportunities for professional growth and networking within the healthcare sector. With benefits like Vitality Health Insurance and a flexible hybrid working model, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while engaging with a community of influential CEOs. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry and elevate your career in a supportive environment.
